Met Gala 101

Here's a mini fashion history lesson for you about the ultra fabulous Metropolitan Gala that takes place every year at The Metropolitan Musem's Costume Institute in NYC. When the ball first began in 1948, it was a midnight supper in December at which society ladies paid $50 to wear Costume Institute gowns. As with many aspects of the modern fashion industry, it didn't turn into a crazed celebrity whirlwind until Anna Wintour got involved back in 1995. All that hoopla has turned the Gala into a major, major fundraising event—last year the party raised $9 million.  Tonight's Met Ball also kicks off the Alexander McQueen "Savage Beauty" exhibition. The exhibition will feature McQueen's masterpieces, displayed on some of the most elaborate mannequins of all time.

For me personally, the Met Gala celebrates glamor and high fashion all in one night! In my mind this is what heaven should look like! Here are some of my favorite looks of the night! STUNNING!

Beyonce - Emilio Pucci

Blake Lively - Chanel Couture

Eva Mendes - Stella McCartney

Gisele Bundchen - Alexander McQueen

 

 

 

 

 

Jennifer Lopez - Gucci

Jessica Alba - Ralph Lauren

Madonna - Stella McCartney

Penelope Cruz - Oscar de la Renta